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Scott AFB releases its Air Installation Compatible Use Zone Study for 2009

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  • By 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs
  • 375th AMW
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. --  The Air Force has completed an updated Air Installation Compatible Use Zone Study, or AICUZ, for 2009. This updated study was initiated because of changes in aircraft operations, modifications to the software modeling program, and the implementation of the 2005 Base Realignment and Closure actions. It is a re-evaluation of aircraft noise related to Air Force aircraft operations.

This report is designed to aid in the development of local planning mechanisms that will protect public safety and health, and preserve the operational capabilities of Scott AFB.  The report contains a summary description of the affected areas around the installation and outlines the locations of military runway Clear Zones, aircraft Accident Potential Zones, civilian Runway Protection Zones, and noise zones; and identifies compatible land use for areas in the vicinity of the installation.

The basic objective of the AICUZ Program is to achieve compatible uses of public and private lands in the vicinity of military airfields by controlling incompatible development through local actions. This report provides the information necessary to maximize beneficial use of the land adjoining Scott AFB/MidAmerica Airport while minimizing the potential for reduction in the health and safety of the affected public.

Scott AFB greatly values the positive relationships with the surrounding communities. As a partner in the process, the base has attempted to minimize noise disturbances through such actions as avoiding flights over heavily populated areas.

For more information about the 2009 AICUZ Study or the AICUZ program, contact 375th Public Affairs at (618) 256-4241.

To download a citizen's brochure:  AICUZ brochure click here